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The study aims to explore how school architecture can be designed to be inclusive of all genders, enhancing safety and participation.

April 21, 2026Open Access

Gender-Inclusive School Architecture: An International Comparison

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The study aims to explore how school architecture can be designed to be inclusive of all genders, enhancing safety and participation.
Qualitative methods including interviews, drawings, questionnaires, and participatory workshops with over 460 children and adolescents aged 6 to 16.
Analysis of architectural decisions that influence social power dynamics in educational settings.
Comparative analysis of gender-inclusive design principles across various European schools.
Identified four core dimensions of gender planning in school architecture: safety, movement spaces, retreat spaces, and toilets.
Established that participatory planning and adaptable spatial structures are crucial for successful gender-inclusive environments.
Highlighted Vienna's leadership in gender-inclusive design, with various best-practice examples across Europe.

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International comparison demonstrates the impact of gender-inclusive design on school environments, suggesting improvements for future educational facilities.

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Carla Schwaderer (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69e7138bcb99343efc98d14c https://doi.org/10.48494/realcorp2026.2026

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International comparison demonstrates the impact of gender-inclusive design on school environments, suggesting improvements for future educational facilities.

Gender-Inclusive School Architecture: An International Comparison

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